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California
20.2 mi
Distance
5,519 ft
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What we do know
Inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Slide Creek
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Slide Creek is a challenging 20+ mile backcountry trek that rewards experienced hikers with significant elevation gain and remote wilderness exploration. This expert-level route traverses rugged terrain through the Slide Creek drainage, offering solitude and dramatic elevation changes across diverse ecosystems. The trail demands strong fitness and navigation skills, making it ideal for well-prepared backpackers seeking a serious alpine adventure.
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Bell Swamps
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Pony Creek
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Emigrant Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate 4.8-mile creek drainage hike with 2,065 ft elevation gain.
Calf Swag
~11 min drive
Easy 1-mile walk with minimal elevation gain.
Soldier Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 8-mile creek drainage hike with 2,691 ft elevation gain.
Cinnabar
~10 min drive
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Ladder Rock
~11 min drive
Easy 1.48-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Ladder Rock.
Semore Gulch
~7 min drive
Steep alpine gulch climb with extreme elevation gain and expert-level difficulty.